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Remove/Install Heater Unit - AR83.70-P-5302LW

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Model 205 

with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) 

Model 213 

with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) 

Model 253 

with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) 

Shown on model 205.0 

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Shown on model 205.0 

Fig 1: Stationary Heater Unit Components Location - Model 253 With Code 228 (Shown On Model 205)
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Shown on model 205.0 

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Shown on model 205.0 

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Shown on model 205.0 

DANGER Risk of explosion  caused by fuel vapors igniting, risk of poisoning caused by inhaling combustible gases and risk of injury caused by burns during and after operation of heater unit Do not operate stationary heater, auxiliary heater or engine with heater booster in closed f rooms or when refueling. Allow heater unit to cool down after operation and wear protective gloves. AS83.70-Z-0002-01A
DANGER Risk of explosion  caused by fuel igniting, risk of poisoning caused by inhaling and swallowing fuel as well as risk of injury to eyes and skin caused by contact with fuel. No fires, sparks, open flames or smoking. Pour fuels into suitable and appropriately marked containers only. Wear protective clothing when handling fuel. AS47.00-Z-0001-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolantspray. Risk of  poisoning from swallowing coolant. Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90°C. Open cap slowly and release the overpressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage containers. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses. AS20.00-Z-0001-01A
Notice  Notes on coolant Model 205 with engine 177, 274, 276, 626, 651, 654 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating)
Model 213 with engine 177, 256, 274, 276, 642, 654 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating)
Model 253 with engine 177, 256, 274, 276, 642, 651, 654 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating)
AH20.00-P-2080-01KOA
Notice  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Detach Ground line of on-board electrical system battery   AR54.10-P-0003LW
2 Detach right front wheel   AR40.10-P-1102A
3 Remove rear section of fender liner in right front fender Model 205, 253 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) AR88.10-P-1300LW
    Model 213 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) AR88.10-P-1300LWE
    INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Note the position of the muffler for the stationary heater unit (A6).  
4 Remove center engine compartment paneling Model 205, 253 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) AR61.20-P-1105LW
    Model 213 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) AR61.20-P-1105LWE
5 Drain coolant Model 205, 213, 253 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating)  
    Model 253 with engine 642 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) AR20.00-P-11420GY
    Model 205 with engine 177, 274.9, 276.8, 626, 651 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating)
Model 253 with engine 274.9, 276.8, 651 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating)
AR20.00-P-1142LW
    Model 213 with engine 274, 276.8, 642, 654 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) AR20.00-P-11420LC
6 Slacken the clamp on the flex tube of the muffler of the stationary heater unit (A6) and remove the flex tube    
7 Open clamp (5), remove coolant hose (6) and close connections SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Fig 3
    SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Fig 2
8 Unfasten locking clamp (7), remove coolant hose (20), and seal connections using suitable stop plug NOTES Pay attention to escaping coolant.
Otherwise, the electrical connectors below could be damaged.
SPECIAL TOOL Record plug
Fig 3
9 Disconnect electrical connectors (9) at stationary heater control unit (A6n1)    
CAUTION Risk of injury  caused by burns to skin and eyes. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling fumes when working with heat-shrinkable tubing. Work in well ventilated rooms only. Wear safety glasses with side protection and protective gloves. AS00.19-Z-0001-01A
10 Remove fuel hose (29) from fuel line (11) and seal connections using stop plugs INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Replace clamp (30) and heat shrinkable tube (10).  
    SPECIAL TOOL Pliers for click clamps Fig 4
    SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Fig 3
11 Unscrew nuts (12)    
12 Extend stationary heater unit (A6) from bracket (13) and place to one side    
13 Loosen nut (14) and remove exhaust pipe (15) from stationary heater unit (A6) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).  
14 Unclip retaining clip (16) from bracket (17) and remove air intake (18) from stationary heater unit (A6) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).
IMPORTANT Model 213 with code 228 (Additional warm water heating) The air intake (18) is additionally fastened with two cable ties.
 
15 Unhook coolant hose (20) from bracket (21) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).  
16 Detach foam pads (19) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Replace foam pads (19).
 
17 Open clamp (22) and remove coolant line (20) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).
SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers
Fig 2
18 Remove bolt (23) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).  
19 Open clamp (24) and remove coolant line (25) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).
SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers
Fig 2
20 Remove screws/bolts (26) and remove retaining plate (27) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).  
21 Remove holder (28) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).  
22 Detach fuel hose (29) from stationary heater unit (A6) When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Replace clamp (32).
 
23 Install in the reverse order    
24 Perform initial startup of stationary heater using the diagnostic system When replacing the stationary heater unit (A6).  
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS   IMPORTANT If the stationary heater unit (A6) switches off automatically before reaching its operating temperature and cannot be restarted again a malfunction interlock is present. In the case of a fault interlock
↓
Rectify fault interlock using diagnostic system
AD00.00-P-2000-04B
25 Carry out function check of stationary heater If the stationary heater unit (A6) was not replaced.
IMPORTANT If the stationary heater unit (A6) switches off automatically before reaching its operating temperature and cannot be restarted again a malfunction interlock is present. In the case of a fault interlock
↓
Rectify fault interlock using diagnostic system.
 
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-04B
Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clamp Pliers (003 589 03 37 00)
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Fig 3: Identifying Record Plug (129 589 00 91 00)
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Fig 4: Identifying Pliers For Click Clamps (171 589 00 37 00)
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